NEWS RELEASE
ORILLIA SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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Thanks to a generous donation by the Army Navy & Air Force Veterans in Canada – Unit 400, the experience for patients with military service at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is being enhanced.
A gift of $3,000 from Unit 400 will support staff awareness initiatives to improve patient identification for patients and family members of those who have served in the military.
“It’s so important for our hospital to take care of our veterans and those currently serving in the military,” said Tracey Taylor, Manager of Patient Relations, OSMH.
“These patients will now benefit from weekly social visits by ANAF and Royal Canadian Legion volunteers as well as receive information on community Veteran service clubs and related resources.”
The donation of $3,000 is part of a $10,000 pledge made by Unit 400 towards pastoral and spiritual care at the hospital. This generous gift brings the group’s total lifetime donation amount to over $18,000.
“We’re proud to have such generous community partners like the Army Navy & Air Force Veterans in Canada – Unit 400,” said Nicole Kraftscik, Senior Development Officer, OSMH Foundation. “Their gift demonstrates an ongoing commitment to celebrating our past, present and future as a hospital who cares for our veterans as well as those active in military service.”
The hospital currently has more than $25 million in unmet capital needs, including the replacement of a new CT scanner. If you would like to help secure these vital pieces of equipment, contact the Foundation office today at 705-325-6464 or [email protected].
About Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation
The OSMH Foundation is a proud partner of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the people of Orillia and North Simcoe/Muskoka. The foundation provides funds to the hospital to buy medical equipment, sustain programs and assist the hospital in maintaining its position as a leader in providing quality community based healthcare.
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